Cloud Databases

04/04/2024

To Cloud or Not to Cloud: Pros and Cons of Cloud Databases

While big players have little to no choice but to go for the cloud, some businesses might weigh the choice between traditional on-premises setups and cloud solutions. On one hand scalability, flexibility, and cost savings that traditional databases struggle to match. The ability to scale resources up or down on demand, pay only for what you use, and offload maintenance and security tasks to experienced providers presents a compelling case for moving to the cloud.

On the other hand, traditional on-premises databases offer a level of control and security that some businesses are reluctant to use. The physical control over the database infrastructure can provide a sense of security, particularly for organizations with highly sensitive data or stringent regulatory compliance requirements. Additionally, for companies with stable data loads that don’t require frequent scaling, the initial investment in on-premises hardware might not seem as daunting.

Technical Documentation

28/03/2024

From Tutorials to AI: Approach Technical Documentation From a Different Angle

The only thing more abundant than coffee in a developer’s life is, well, technical documentation. It seems simple enough – you have a problem, you go through a few pages, and get your answer, that simple. Is it, though? Anyone who’s ever tumbled down the rabbit hole of Stack Overflow threads at 2 AM or squinted at API docs with the growing suspicion they’re written in an ancient, forgotten dialect will tell you: not quite.

Tutorials skip crucial steps, reference guides resemble dense textbooks, and help forums, while helpful, can send you on a wild goose chase for that one golden nugget of information. But there’s a light in the tunnel, and we’re here to help you find it.

Discover the intricacies of the 'IS NULL Condition' in SQL queries and learn effective optimization techniques to boost your database performance. This guide offers insights into overcoming common pitfalls associated with 'IS NULL' and enhancing query efficiency.

20/03/2024

‘OR’ and ‘IS NULL’ Might Be Holding You Back

Where “OR” and “IS NULL” condition frolic unchecked, queries often find themselves stumbling down the performance rabbit hole—a place where CPU cycles burn faster than a comet tail and I/O operations multiply with the fervor of rabbits in spring.

14/03/2024

The Nightmare of Database Deadlocks

A database deadlock occurs when two or more transactions in a database system hold locks on resources the others need. Each transaction waits for the others to release their locks, and just like two drivers who are not sure who has the right of way, none can proceed.

It would be lovely to be able to enumerate the causes of a database deadlock and address all of them. Sadly, it’s way too complex. It can be said, though, that a database deadlock is most likely to stem from poor application design, lack of proper transaction management, or the inevitable complexity of highly concurrent systems.

Change management czyli zarządzanie zmianą

07/03/2024

Adapt or Perish: Change Management

Business is the track we’re all riding on. It zigs, it zags, and just when you think you’ve got a straight shot, it throws you for a loop. From the ups brought by technological innovation to the subtle tremors of consumer preference, change keeps the wagon moving. Without it, our tale of commerce and industry would be as dull as a car ride to the nearest shop.

Businesses that treat change like an unwelcome guest at the party are the ones that end up sitting alone in the corner. The real movers and shakers are the ones who invite change to dance, anticipating its moves and stepping in time.

Wichtige Faktoren in DevOps-Operationen

29/02/2024

Shifting Gears to Real-Time: How One Company Overcame Its Data Dilemma

Today’s story is about a leader in the automotive spare parts market, spanning 17 European countries, grappling with a significant challenge. They faced the daunting task of managing delayed reporting, ensuring consistency across diverse markets, and customizing reports with limited flexibility. This scenario led to delayed data updates. This, in turn, caused frustration and inefficiency.